Abu Dhabi unveils Blockchain Center to drive blockchain innovation
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A center aiming to drive blockchain innovation and establish Abu Dhabi as a hub for top global events and workshops, connecting industry leaders, has officially opened, reports Bitcoin News. Additionally, the blockchain center will incorporate a venture capital arm to support and invest in Web3 startups. A center aiming to drive growth and innovation in […]

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Blockchain reduces airline cargo costs by 7%, boosts efficiency
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Airlines can save up to 7% in overall cargo handling operations using blockchain-based supply chain management solutions, which is another testament to the technology’s disruption potential, reports Cointelegraph. Airlines saved 7% in cargo handling operations in a recent study conducted at Heathrow Airport by Aventus, a firm offering enterprise-grade blockchain-as-a-service solutions. Beyond the 7% cost […]

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Exploring Blockchain: A Personal Journey and Industry Insights
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by Ruari Haughey Over the past few years, my evenings have often been filled with delving into the intricate world of blockchain technology and its applications. As someone deeply embedded in the digital assets and Web3 security space, my fascination with blockchain has only grown stronger with time. This passion for understanding the nuances of […]

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Women in crypto earn 15% more than men, finds survey
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A recent survey found women in crypto are making nearly 15% more than their male counterparts on a median salary basis — resulting in a “reversed” gender wage gap, reports Cointelegraph. The median salary of United States-based full-time working women in the crypto industry came out at $172,000, while men was $150,000, according to a […]

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Bank of England to experiment with wholesale CBDC, synchronisation
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The Bank of England (BoE) is proposing an experimental program using its Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) system and wholesale central bank digital currency (wCBDC) to judge their settlement capacity and interoperability, the central bank announced in a discussion paper. Cointelegraph reports that the BoE promised to undertake the new series of experiments within the next […]

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Slovenia launches EU’s first digital sovereign bond via BNP Paribas
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Slovenia has issued the first digital sovereign bond in the European Union. The bond was issued and placed by BNP Paribas. It had a nominal size of 30 million euros ($32.5 million) with a 3.65% coupon and maturity date of 25 November, according to the Slovenian Finance Ministry. Cointelegraph reports that BNP Paribas used its […]

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CBI announces Innovation Sandbox theme: Combatting financial crime
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The Central Bank of Ireland has announced the theme for the upcoming Innovation Sandbox Programme. The theme is Combatting financial crime:  Through the use of innovative technology, foster and develop solutions that minimise fraud, enhance KYC/AML/CFT frameworks, and improve day to day transaction security for consumers. On its updated web page, the CBI said ” as […]

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EU releases crypto-asset classification tools to help firms comply with MiCAR
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EU regulators have issued new guidelines allowing relevant market participants to classify cryptocurrencies and digital assets under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR), reports Cointelegraph. On 12 July, three European Supervisory Authorities — the European Banking Authority, the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority and the European Securities and Markets Authority — released a consultation […]

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Spot Ethereum ETFs post $107m net inflows on first day
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The newly launched spot Ether ETFs posted positive net inflows despite being weighed down by $485 million bleeding from Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust, reports Cointelegraph. United States Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) posted net inflows of $106.6 million on their first day of trading despite massive outflows from Grayscale’s freshly-converted Ethereum Trust. BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust ETF […]

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Central Bank of Ireland MiCAR Industry Briefing
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The Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) held its Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) – Industry Briefing today, with a very well attended session. Addressed by Derville Rowland, Deputy Governor, Consumer and Investor Protection, she said that CBI’s commitment is to be clear, transparent, predictable, and open. The important pre-application phase is now open, and drawing […]

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Blockchain Ireland welcomes new corporate member Square
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Blockchain Ireland is excited to announce our latest corporate member, Square, part of Block inc. Block is a global technology company with a focus on financial services. “We are looking forward to working with the local team. Thank you for your support of the Irish blockchain ecosystem,” said Blockchain Ireland chair, Lory Kehoe. Block is […]

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Binarii Labs to create more than 100 new jobs by 2027
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Data security company Binarii Labs has announced plans to create more than 100 new tech and support jobs by 2027, reports Silicon Republic. The announcement was made at Binarii Lab’s headquarters at NovaUCD Dublin, where it was also revealed that the company has secured a €400,000 investment from Enterprise Ireland’s High Potential Start-up (HPSU) fund, […]

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